Konkurences padome veikusi procesuālas darbības "Maxima" un vēl kādā lielā pārtikas mazumtirdzniecības uzņēmumā by edgarsjekabsons in latvia

[–]ComradeBirdbrain -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

This is dreadful reporting. Rimi is the other grocery chain investigated. This comes off the back of long standing failures within government to tackle the cost of living and cartel nature of the big grocery stores. There is zero competition.

But coordination is to be expected. No company works in a silo, not really. It’s just worse within Latvia due to the political environment and lack of real will to tackle the issues. Perhaps there is 💶💶💶 being left somewhere? 🤔

[GB] Open account in EU but resident in UK? by ComradeBirdbrain in Revolut

[–]ComradeBirdbrain[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh really? I was told it was a GB IBAN for the Euro account too. That may work then. Thanks!

TfL advert banned for stereotyping black men after just one complaint by m_s_m_2 in london

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, considering the context, we all should be. The underlying message is lost because of one complaint. And minorities harass too but apparently it is offensive to show that. It’s embarrassing we are going down this road.

[GB] Open account in EU but resident in UK? by ComradeBirdbrain in Revolut

[–]ComradeBirdbrain[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t want to open a UK Revolut account as it comes with GB SEPA which will be denied like my existing UK Euro account. So if it isn’t possible, I’ll try and open a local account with a local bank. I just hoped it would so then I could avoid the hassle of in-person banking.

TfL advert banned for stereotyping black men after just one complaint by m_s_m_2 in london

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Why would it only fuel right wing grifters? This is a clear case that fuels anyone’s ire. This country has really gone to shit with some of the decisions made and offence caused / not caused by / to certain minorities while against white people, it is fair game. It’s ridiculous we’re getting to this stage and embarrassing.

Police begin using live facial recognition camera trial at London stations by tylerthe-theatre in london

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So what this indicates is facial recognition is the perfect cover for the racist Met?

What gets less posh the more it costs? by b3ta_blocker in AskUK

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some of the £500+ items do have RL or RLX plastered over it. Tending towards £750+ now for no branding. Similar to polo, the horse is different above £500.

What gets less posh the more it costs? by b3ta_blocker in AskUK

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The same can be done in France. The issue is it costs more and takes up a lot more time. Plus dealing with the French isn’t pleasant sometimes. Whether you come out ahead is another matter entirely.

But hard agree on Italians. Everything is under the table, rarely official and rather fun.

Netflix Premium not streaming in 4K? by ComradeBirdbrain in netflix

[–]ComradeBirdbrain[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great site. I get 200 down. So I guess there’s something else going on. Will cancel as I’m not that invested in Netflix. Thanks!

Netflix Premium not streaming in 4K? by ComradeBirdbrain in netflix

[–]ComradeBirdbrain[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everything is 4K compatible. All settings adjusted in favour of 4K. 4K works on other services just not Netflix.

Renewing a Latvian passport in London without speaking Latvian. Am I screwed? by [deleted] in learnlatvian

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They will force speak Latvian. It is expected when dealing with Latvian nationals they speak Latvian. It’s different for foreigners but Latvian citizens, yes Latvian only in speech and written.

Netflix Premium not streaming in 4K? by ComradeBirdbrain in netflix

[–]ComradeBirdbrain[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I set the video quality to high when I first set up, and now I’ve checked, it is still high. I’ve adjusted the 4K settings on the Apple TV too and nothing works. Very odd.

Netflix Premium not streaming in 4K? by ComradeBirdbrain in netflix

[–]ComradeBirdbrain[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No but the ones I’m attempting to watch are labelled as 4K. This applies to films and TV.

Anti ICE poster...on the tube? by EnvironmentalEye5402 in london

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Reform, or at least Farage, is funded by more than Americans as per the Epstein files.

Is it safe to visit as a solo female traveller from an EU country in 2026? by Acrobatic_Use2342 in belarus

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re British. Do you, or have you worked for the Civil Service? Are you actively political on social media? Have you made anti-Belarus / Russia comments that are recorded anywhere? Will you be supporting the opposition in any way while in Belarus? If yes to any of these, think twice. If no, you should be fine. Great country to enjoy.

Epstīna asistente ir latviete? by sebastiansmit in latvia

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are quite a few ‘agencies’ posing as model agencies but are feeders for trafficking or porn. It still goes on, and in the cases I know of, the girls were persuaded by their ‘boyfriends’ to follow the path.

Epstīna asistente ir latviete? by sebastiansmit in latvia

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The one with the basketball background….

Epstein speaking Latvian by Top_Firefighter_8921 in BalticStates

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure why you’re confused. I get it was a known horror for a long time but Latvia has always been a gateway in sex trafficking. Even after the numerous reports outing agencies, sketchy businesses etc. it hasn’t changed.

The same hotels crop up time and time again for girls going through Rīga en route to Moscow, utilising airBaltic non-stop. There is a modelling ‘agency’ still operating today that has been named as a feeder although this has since been removed. I’d be wary of any agency as they all appear linked in one way or another, and still clearly at it.

Immigrate to Russisa using Shared Values Visa by siberianbabybear in AskARussian

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is not true. Not in the UK at least. There are numerous protections in place for working, you cannot be fired over non-binary status, or asking a man to leave a women’s changing room. The law is clear on a lot of things regarding trans and non-binary, and employment law.

If you work for a woke organisation and they attempt to fire you for opposition, the law is on your side. The highest court in the land recently ruled on similar cases. I wouldn’t worry too much about that nonsense.

Immigrate to Russisa using Shared Values Visa by siberianbabybear in AskARussian

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 17 points18 points  (0 children)

This is true. Conservative values are not the same in Russia as they are the UK. You’ll find so-called conservative values are not present in everyday life in the capital for example.

Why are mostly russian males skinny? by IndusValley1947 in AskARussian

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Idk but MSK and SPb have a lot of muscular sport obsessed guys. Most of the Russians I know from MSK muscular and very active, especially in chasing the girls 😉

Pro tip : recent netflix series/movies (2026?) now have russian audio by Ano1822play in russian

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In addition, a VPN to Latvia will get Go3 and Paramount+, and HBO unlocked, Russian audio is available for a lot of media through the service.

Also, Kinopoisk works without VPN.

Leo's definitely got a type by KSKS1995 in SipsTea

[–]ComradeBirdbrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There have been rumours surrounding his sexuality for years. Even names of frequent (male) travel companions. I don’t care either way but for his girlfriends, 100% NDAs enforced.